California Institute of the Arts

Through artistic practice, we transform ourselves, each other, and the world.

  • Top 5 Fine Arts Schools

    U.S. News and World Report

  • #1 Student Fulbright producer

    Among four-year special-focus institutions

  • Top 25 Best art and design university in the world

    QS world university rankings

While the foundation of a CalArts education is rooted in rigorous artmaking, critical thinking, and faculty mentorship, there’s a little magic that happens in our multidisciplinary environment that sets us apart from our peers. 

The CalArts Way

  • February 10, 2025

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    past Saturday night (Feb. 8), artists and creators from all corners of the animation world convened at UCLA's Royce Hall in Los Angeles to celebrate excellence in animation at the 52nd annual Annie Awards. The Wild Robot, helmed by acclaimed writer-director and CalArts alum Chris Sanders (Film/Video BFA 84), solidified its position as an […]

  • January 30, 2025

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    Tuesday, Jan. 28, the Hammer Museum at UCLA announced the 27 artists participating in Made in L.A. 2025, the seventh edition of its acclaimed biennial showcasing artists from the greater Los Angeles area. Among the selected artists are four CalArtians: Mike Stoltz (Film/Video MFA 14), Kelly Wall (Art MFA 19), Nicole-Antonia Spagnola (Film/Video BFA […]

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Our inclusive community has a nearly indescribable energy, drawing from the vibrant interpersonal creative exchanges among students and faculty.

Dancers perform during Latin Fest in CalArts Main Gallery
  • Exhibition School of Art

    2024 CalArts postgrad show. On view from Feb. 22–March 22, 2025, Work from Home brings together…

    Sat, Feb 22 / 6:00 PM

    The REEF

  • Exhibition School of Art

    Jason Chai's thesis show - a table with Mahjong (board game) sets on it.

    Sat, Mar 8 / 9:00 AM - Sat, Mar 15 / 10:00 PM

    CalArts Campus

  • Exhibition School of Music

    A sound installation by Primoz Sukic.

    Mon, Mar 10 / 7:00 AM - Sat, Mar 15 / 11:50 PM

    CalArts Campus

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